Xu Zhen is a conceptual artist whose work often takes the form of provocative sculptures, installations and interventions that confront sociopolitical taboos in contemporary China and freely manipulate western expectations of Chinese art and commerce. In addition to sculpture, his body of work encompasses various mediums such as photography, installation, video, painting and performance. The “body” is a recurring symbol in his work which he uses to challenge authority as well as reflect the experience of the artist and the social-political situation in China. Interested in how cultural and financial value circulates around the world, Xu Zhen combines elements from many cultures, examining the effects of globalization, often to humorous or unsettling effect.